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James Ackah-Blay

System Administrar | Frontend Web Developer
Aiyinasi ,Western Region
James Ackah-Blay

Summary

Passionate IT professional with 3 years of experience in system administration, 1year in DevOps, and technical training. Skilled in automation, infrastructure as code (IaC), and CI/CD pipelines. Proficient in cloud technologies like AWS, scripting with Python, and tools such as Terraform, Docker, and Jenkins. Demonstrated success in optimizing workflows, managing cloud infrastructure, and implementing scalable solutions. Eager to gain hands-on experience in live DevOps projects to further enhance my skills in automation, cloud management, and collaboration.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
4
Certification
1
Language
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Charlotte Dolphyne Technical Institute

Instructor
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Taught Web Design and C++ programming, simplifying technical concepts for students.
  • Designed hands-on lesson plans, promoting deep learning and student engagement
  • Configured the classroom network environments and provided IT support for smooth operations
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments and projects within strict timelines.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.

Kolonos BV

System Administrator
01.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Configured and optimized network systems, improving connectivity and reducing latency by 15%
  • Managed data backup and recovery systems, ensuring high availability and data integrity
  • Installed, configured, and maintained hardware and software systems for seamless operations
  • Provided technical support while monitoring system performance to maintain uptime and efficiency.
  • Simplified troubleshooting processes by creating detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices.

ExLearn Technologies

DevOps Intern
10.2024 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes, ensuring rapid and consistent application delivery
  • Optimized Linux-based servers, improving system performance through effective process management
  • Implemented load balancers and network optimizations to improve application scalability and reliability
  • Gained hands-on experience with Terraform for
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and AWS resource management.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.

Education

Ghana Communication Technology University
Accra Ghana

Bachelor of Science from Information Technology
09.2019 - 10.2023

University Overview

Institute of Commercial Management (ICM
Accra Ghana

Advanced Diploma from Accounting and Finance
09.2009 - 08.2011

University Overview

Skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • DevOps Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Terraform
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, CloudFormation)
  • Programming/Scripting: Python, Bash, Shell
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, Ansible
  • CI/CD Pipelines: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
  • Operating Systems: Linux, Windows, Mac OS

SOFT SKILLS

  • Strong Communication and Collaboration
  • Problem-solving and Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Leadership
  • Attention to Detail and Analytical Thinking

TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES

  • Git Jenkins Docker Terraform Kubernetes AWS
  • SonarQube CI/CD Tools

Certification

  • Certified Cloud Practitioner - AWS
  • Certificate in Cloud Computing - IBM
  • Certificate in IT Support - Google
  • Data Analytics Professional Certificate - Google

Interests

Cloud Infrastructure DevOps Automation Continuous Learning Problem-Solving

Websites

Timeline

DevOps Intern
ExLearn Technologies
10.2024 - 12.2024
Instructor
Charlotte Dolphyne Technical Institute
01.2023 - Current
System Administrator
Kolonos BV
01.2022 - Current
Ghana Communication Technology University
Bachelor of Science from Information Technology
09.2019 - 10.2023
Institute of Commercial Management (ICM
Advanced Diploma from Accounting and Finance
09.2009 - 08.2011

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